LooseLeaf for Human Anatomy
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Author: Michael McKinley Dr., Valerie O'Loughlin, Elizabeth Pennefather-O'Brien
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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What is the cause of a urinary tract infection? Why are these infections more common in women?
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- What is the benign condition that often is associated with long distance running? What are the normal urinary proteins?arrow_forwardState two conditions that are often associated with higher rates of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in females. What is the reason for this?arrow_forwardsome of the more serious complications that can be caused by untreated urinary tract infections ?arrow_forward
- Which one of the following terms define inflammation of the urinary bladder ?arrow_forwardWhy is cystitis more common in women?arrow_forwardWhat is cystitis?Describe i) the cause of ii)signs and symptoms of urinary tract infections. Why does it tend to affect women more than men? Give the name ofbthe drug that is most commonly used to treat cystitis. ANSWER SHOULD INCLUDE: Give definition of "cystitis" Type of infection (i.e. causative agent) and how it gets into the body. Description of symptoms i.e. UTI symptoms Women more risk of cystitis - i.e. explain position and length of urethra. Identify drug treatment and route of administrationarrow_forward
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